the traditional process involves first applying and gaining acceptance to an accredited brazilian university or institution to study full-time, in either a graduate, undergraduate, or special program.

for those who are not looking to complete a degree, but still would like to earn a certification at a Brazilian university, there is also the option of simply enrolling in a portuguese for foreigners class.

in addition to specialized schools, universities in rio de janeiro offer a wide variety of classes spanning from environmental courses, to marine biology, and even acting classes that would all allow the students to qualify for a student visa.